
Flower Garland Sutra
The Flower Garland Sutra, or Avatamsaka Sutra, is a Mahayana Buddhist text emphasizing interconnectedness and the unity of all things. It describes the cosmos as an intricate, harmonious web where every element reflects the whole, highlighting the infinite potential for enlightenment within everyone. The sutra teaches that by understanding this interconnectedness, individuals can develop compassion, wisdom, and spiritual growth. It uses vivid stories and imagery to illustrate how enlightened beings, or Bodhisattvas, work selflessly for the benefit of all beings, promoting harmony and awakening across all levels of existence.